Stages of Life

a period in one's life between puberty and adulthood

Adolescence is a time of rapid physical growth.

a young person who is in the process of becoming an adult

The adolescent struggled to fit in with their peers.

a young man or teenage boy, typically in the stage of life between childhood and adulthood

The youth of today are more tech-savvy than previous generations.

having the characteristics that are typical of young people

Despite her age, she had a youthful appearance, with smooth skin and a radiant smile.

the period of being an adult, characterized by physical and psychological maturity

Adulthood brings new responsibilities, such as managing finances and making long-term decisions.

the period of a male's life before he reaches adulthood

During his boyhood, summers were spent exploring the woods behind his house, building forts, and catching fireflies.

the period of a female individual's life before she reaches adulthood

Sarah cherished the memories of her girlhood spent playing with dolls and dressing up in princess costumes.

the period or state of very early childhood

During infancy, babies develop rapidly, learning to crawl, babble, and explore their surroundings.

a very young child, typically from birth to around one year old

The pediatrician provided guidance to the new parents on caring for their infant's health and development.

the period of being physically grown or developed

During maturity, individuals often reflect on their past experiences and strive for personal growth.

(of a baby) born before completing the normal full-term pregnancy length

The twins were delivered at 30 weeks, making them moderately premature.

someone between the ages of 13 and 19

The movie portrays the struggles and triumphs of a group of teens navigating high school.

a disappointment, lack of confidence or worry that a person may feel or experience in their life when they are 40 or 50 years old

the date on which a special event happened in a previous year

They celebrated their first wedding anniversary with a romantic dinner.

the act of burying a dead body or the ceremony in which a dead body is buried

The burial took place at sunset in the family cemetery.

the process in which a baby is born

the state of being with child

a person older in age or experience than another

You should respect your elders.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

a religious ceremony in which people bury or cremate a dead person

The funeral was held at the church where she had been an active member for many years.

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

The juvenile detention center houses young offenders under the age of 18.

not old enough to legally engage in certain activities such as drinking or getting a driver's license

He was caught attempting to purchase alcohol despite being underage.

a married woman whose spouse is dead and has not married again

After her husband's passing, she became a widow.

a man whose spouse is dead and has not remarried

He became a widower after his wife passed away last year.

a child whose parents have died

The orphan found solace and a new family in the orphanage after losing both parents in a tragic accident.

advanced in age

The elderly couple enjoyed taking leisurely walks together in the park.

a period of time when a woman can take a break from working and stay home before and after the birth of her child

She went on maternity leave a month before her baby was due.

(of a person) approximately between 45 to 65 years old, typically indicating a stage of life between young adulthood and old age

The middle-aged man enjoyed his evening walks in the park.

to no longer be alive

The community mourned when they heard that the beloved teacher had passed away.

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

She looks forward to traveling during her retirement.

a student who has one more year to graduate from a university or high school

In college, seniors have the opportunity to complete a senior thesis.

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

The toddler took his first steps, much to the delight of his parents.

(used by children or when talking to them) an adult who is fully matured and responsible

Sarah admired her parents as the ultimate grownups, capable of handling any challenge that came their way.